In August we photographed the wedding celebrations of Charlotte and Steven.

Being the first visit to this lovely venue Coniston Hotel , we were overwhelmed how stunning the venue, hall and grounds were, the staff were also very friendly/helpful too.

The day started at the hotel, where on arrival things were already in full swing and a couple of vintage buses were waiting at the front of the hotel to ferry guests along to the church, which was only a few minutes drive away.

After the ceremony (the heavens opened – just for a change!) and after a few quick photos we headed off to the hall. On arrival the rain had stopped (hurray), this was great as it meant everyone could stand outside and enjoy the view.

These guys were great fun on the day, thanks to them and to Alan Macmillan (who produced the video), as always he was a pleasure to work with!

Originally built as a country escape for the Vavasour family, Wood Hall Hotel & Spa remains a tranquil country house where today’s pressures seem an age away. Ever since the house was completed in 1750, it has been a place of peace and relaxation. Even today, the house stands next door to a Carmelite monastery, home to a silent order of nuns.

Set down a long private drive, Wood Hall is perched high on a hill among 100 acres, with fine views of the surrounding area.

Wood Hall Hotel & Spa, is a romantic country house hotel offering a perfect fairytale wedding venue in West Yorkshire. From civil ceremonies to wedding receptions, their wedding planners are at hand to help you every step of the way towards getting married. Complement this with our unique contemporary style, fine dining and superlative service and you have the ultimate venue for your wedding in Yorkshire and civil ceremony in Yorkshire.

For Old Deanery Wedding Photography please view a selection of images below…

In 1625 the Old Deanery was built on the site of part of the former monastery of St Wilfred, for use by the Canon-in-Residence.

The principal feature of the house is the fine 17th century oak staircase. Except for the two rooms in the 1799 range, all the ground floor rooms have 17th century moulded plaster cornices as have some of the first floor rooms.

Some ‘ancient groining’ was revealed during the alterations of 1859 which added the bay windows to the front. In digging the foundations for the eastern of these windows three human skeletons were unearthed. This was the time when Lewis Carroll was visiting Ripon.

In later years the army used the building during the Second World War. In 1945 the building was converted to a restaurant. In April 1974, workmen discovered a door which had been invisibly encased in an outer wall of the building for an estimated 150 years. The door was still on its hinges and it was decided to use it as the main entrance to the restaurant, which it remained until 1990.

In more recent years, a full refurbishment of this grade two listed red star building and the interior was embarked upon in 2001 to provide the 10 bedroomed hotel and restaurant as seen today.

The location opposite the Cathedral in Ripon is beautifully positioned, close to Harrogate and the Yorkshire Dales, in the heart of North Yorkshire.

The attractive terraced gardens with a backdrop of weeping willows, together with tables and parasols (weather permitting), are accessed through french doors from the garden room, adding to the charm of this historic but very stylish building, which is a truly unique and attractive venue for a very special occasion.

We’ve been recommended by and have photographed weddings at Goldsborough Hall now for the past few years.

Goldsborough Hall is the perfect venue whether you are looking for a grand occasion or a more intimate affair, it is a wedding venue that is both unique and unforgettable with it’s elegant state rooms, magnificent bedrooms and stunning landscaped grounds.

The Hall is licenced to host both Civil Marriages and Partnerships. The ground floor state rooms consist of an oak-panelled Jacobean library and Robert Adams-designed Drawing and Dining Rooms.

It is a beautiful venue for your wedding ceremony, wedding reception, civil wedding, civil partnership, or if you wish to renew your vows.

Brides magazine has listed Goldsborough Hall in their top 100 venues, and second in the north of England and Scotland. The magazine labelled this Yorkshire wedding venue a “hidden gem” and called the sumptuous six bedroom suites as “stately with a modern twist”.

The photography options are endless and should the weather not be playing ball on the day, the hall has plenty of options inside and more importantly lots of space and gorgeous details to work with.

To view more stunning Goldsborough Hall wedding photography and discuss your photography requirements in further detail please contact us to arrange an appointment.